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Is Pickleball Ready for the Olympics? What Stands in the Way

Is Pickleball Ready for the Olympics:  Pickleball has exploded in popularity across the United States and beyond. Known for blending tennis, badminton, and table tennis, it attracts players of all ages and skill levels. But despite its wide appeal...

Carmel Pickleball Tournament Rallies Community—and Lawmakers—in Bold Fight Against Parkinson’s

Carmel Pickleball Tournament for Parkinson’s: A local pickleball tournament will take place this Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Monterey Peninsula College in Monterey, California. The event is hosted by Power Over Parkinson’s, a nonprofit...

Do Pickleball Shoes Wear Out Too Fast? Players Share Real-World Durability Tests

Pickleball is surging in popularity, and with it comes a growing demand for gear that can keep up with players’ intense weekly schedules. But one concern has become a common rallying cry among recreational and competitive players alike: Are...

Portland Parks Staff Test New Pickleball Courts at Talbot Elementary

Portland Pickleball Courts: The Portland Parks and Recreation Department tested out the newly renovated tennis and pickleball complex at Talbot Elementary School in Portland, Maine. The courts, which are now open to the public, include six pickleball courts, one...

Pickleball Tournament Unites Daphne for Art and Community on July 26

Pickleball Fundraiser for Eastern Shore Art Center: A pickleball tournament will take place at 8 a.m. on Friday, July 26, at Lott Park in Daphne, Alabama, to raise funds for the Eastern Shore Art Center. Sponsored by State Farm,...

Serve Up Hope: Pickleball Tournament in Westfield Promises Prizes and Community Impact

Pickleball Fundraiser Springfield Habitat Event: Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity will host a pickleball tournament on Sunday in Westfield, Massachusetts. The event runs from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Picklr on East Main Street. Players will compete...

Augusta’s Pickleball Showdown: 200+ Players Battle for Championship Glory This Weekend

Augusta Pickleball Tournament Qualifier: More than 200 players took part in the Summer Slam Qualifier held at Dink’d Pickleball in Augusta, Georgia. The event began on Saturday and continues through Sunday. It serves as a qualifying tournament for the...

JKSPR Kashmir Open Set to Bring Competitive Pickleball Action to Srinagar

JKSPR Kashmir Open Brings Pickleball Action to Srinagar: The JKSPR Kashmir Open is returning this July, promising intense competition, big prizes, and representation across generations. Organized by the J&K Pickleball Association, the state-ranking event will feature players from under-14...

How Pickleball Turned Dill Green Into 2025’s Hottest Fashion Statement

Pickleball Fashion Trend 2025: Pickleball isn’t just dominating courts across the country—it’s now influencing fashion trends in a big way. One color is leading the charge. According to Pinterest’s 2025 Summer Trend Report, dill green is the shade of...

Black Pickleball & Co. Is Putting Culture on the Court in Charlotte

Black Pickleball & Co culture in Charlotte: Pickleball is catching on fast in Charlotte, and one local nonprofit is helping an underrepresented group grab a paddle and join in. Black Pickleball & Co. (BPC), led by founder Kayla Brooks, is...

Pickleball Forehand Roll 101: The Shot That Dictates Play at the Net

Pickleball Forehand Roll 101: Many think of dinking as a safe, defensive play. But that’s not the full story. A little-known shot is changing that idea. Thanks to insight from top players like Zach Marceau and Richard Livornese Jr., the...

Friday at MLP St. Louis: Key Matchups, Schedules, and What to Watch

2025 MLP at St. Louis Highlights: The action continues Friday at MLP St. Louis with eight high-stakes matches spread across two courts at Chaifetz Arena. With playoff races heating up and elite talent on display, the July 18 slate promises...

Mastering the Serve: A Strategic Guide to Winning the Point in Pickleball

Strategic Guide to Winning the Point in Pickleball: In pickleball, the serve is much more than just a way to start the point. It’s a strategic weapon that can help shape the rally, pressure your opponent, and even flip...

Frustrated Pickleball Fans Flee Dare County as Court Shortage Sparks Outcry for Action

Dare County Pickleball Facility Shortage: In Currituck County, just past the Wright Memorial Bridge, many pickleball players from Dare County are now gathering during the summer. They say Dare County is not doing enough to support the fast-growing sport...

What Makes Pickleball Different? The Kitchen and Two-Bounce Rule Explained

Pickleball’s Kitchen and Two-Bounce Rule Explained: Pickleball is often praised for being easy to learn and fun for beginners. With just a paddle, a plastic ball, and a few clear rules, most people can jump into a casual game...

K-Swiss Supreme Leads 2025 Men’s Pickleball Shoe Rankings Amid Rising Demand

2025 Men’s Pickleball Shoe Rankings: As demand for performance-driven pickleball shoes rises, five major footwear brands released models aimed at serious players in 2025. A side-by-side comparison of Selkirk’s CourtStrike, Wilson’s Pickle Pro, Nike’s GP Pro, New Balance’s 996v6, and...

Where to Play Pickleball in New York City: A Guide to the Best Facilities

Pickleball in New York City: Pickleball fever has officially taken hold in New York City. Once seen as a niche sport, it has exploded into the mainstream—especially in the Big Apple, where new and innovative pickleball facilities continue to spring...

From Pickleball Skeptic to World Champion: How Callie Jo Smith’s Faith Fuels Her Rise

Callie Jo Smith Pickleball Journey: Callie Jo Smith, a world-ranked pickleball player, is using her career to share her faith. Once uninterested in the sport, she is now a top athlete with 11 titles. She travels globally with her family,...

Why Pickleball Pros Are Abandoning the Classic Third Shot Drop—And What It Means for Your Game

Pickleball third Shot Drive Strategy: Pickleball instructors are now encouraging players to use a third shot drive followed by a fifth shot drop instead of immediately attempting a third shot drop. This new approach makes it easier for most...

Smash Into Fun: Hackberry Creek’s First-Ever Pickleball Tournament Promises Competition, Community, and More

Hackberry Creek Pickleball Tournament 2025: A brand-new pickleball tournament will take place on September 23 at Hackberry Creek Country Club, located at 1901 W Royal Lane in Irving, Texas. The 1st Annual Pickleball Tournament, hosted by Communities In Schools...